Job Summary
Deputy Head Orthoptist

Department: Orthoptic

Band 7: £49,387 - £56,515 per annum pro rata

Hours: 32 per week , all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

The opportunity is for an experienced Orthoptist to take on a key leadership role within a busy Orthoptic service. As Deputy Head Orthoptist, you will support the Head Orthoptist in the operational management, service development, clinical governance and education of the Orthoptic team. You will combine clinical practice with leadership responsibilities, contributing to high quality, patient centred care across a range of ophthalmic subspecialties while helping the service respond to demand.

You are a highly skilled and experienced Orthoptist with advanced theoretical knowledge and well developed clinical expertise. You are able to independently assess, diagnose and manage complex Orthoptic conditions and provide clinical leadership and support t...